David Corrales
Moncton,Nuevo Brunswick
Summary
Proven expertise in conducting in-depth audits and devising successful improvement strategies. Methodically evaluated documents and systems and initiated corrections in compliance with established standards. Superb analytical and communications skills enabled optimum results.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Financial Auditor
BR&GS Audex Consulting Cia. Ltd.
Quito, Pichincha
02.2019 - 01.2023
- Performed audits of operational and financial areas to check compliance.
- Analyzed balance sheets for mistakes and inaccuracies.
- Posted financial data in Excel spreadsheets and managed inventory.
- Wrote reports, authored papers and organized supporting documentation.
- Maintained accurate accounts for cash, fixed assets and other transactions.
- Supported efficient accounting operations with high-quality administrative support.
- Assisted clients in determining business strategy and achieving profitability goals.
- Updated and managed accounts payable databases, employing access controls to protect data.
- Investigated and resolved billing issues to maximize cash flow and minimize liabilities.
Internal Control Analyst
Industrias Ales C.A.
Quito, Ecuador
06.2018 - 01.2019
- Reviewed established procedures to assess areas in need of improvement.
- Documented research findings and prepared polished reports highlighting results and potential improvement strategies.
- Collected, tracked and evaluated current business and market trend data.
- Assessed employees through on-site observation and interviews to determine strengths and weaknesses in work performance, methods and team functions.
- Evaluated internal systems and prepared training initiatives to mitigate ongoing problems.
- Planned and completed group projects, working smoothly with others.
- Mitigated risks by leading and auditing international subsidiaries and operational processes.
- Implemented unique methods and methodologies, which helped reduce and resolve issues.
Internal Audit Analyst
Mega Santamaria S.A (Supermarkets)
Quito, Ecuador
06.2016 - 05.2018
- Performed audits of operational and financial areas to check compliance.
- Analyzed balance sheets for mistakes and inaccuracies.
- Posted financial data in Excel spreadsheets and managed inventory.
- Wrote reports, authored papers and organized supporting documentation.
- Designed internal control policies to improve audit scores.
- Reduced audit fees by bringing audit processes in-house.
- Composed clear and concise audit findings to deliver comprehensive audit reports.
- Collected evidence for legal proceedings involving financial issues to support organization.
- Audited payroll department to verify impartiality on employee compensation and benefits.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Finance
Central University of Ecuador
Ecuador09.2015
Post-Baccaleurate Diploma - Business Administration
New Brunswick Community College
Moncton, NBSkills
- Interviewing and Counseling
- Tax Preparation
- Bookkeeping
- Financial Statements
- Staff Oversight and Leadership
- Audit Support
- Critical Thinking and Analysis
- Bookkeeping and Reconciliation
- Budget Analysis
- Financial Reporting
- Administrative Oversight
- Tax Computation
- Cash Analysis
- GAAP Accounting
- Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX)
- Analytical Research
- [Software] Proficient
- Inventory Assessment
- ERP Software
- Financial and Regulatory Consulting
- Operational and Ad-Hoc Reporting
Languages
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
English
Full Professional
French
Limited
Timeline
Senior Financial Auditor
BR&GS Audex Consulting Cia. Ltd.
02.2019 - 01.2023
Internal Control Analyst
Industrias Ales C.A.
06.2018 - 01.2019
Internal Audit Analyst
Mega Santamaria S.A (Supermarkets)
06.2016 - 05.2018
Bachelor of Science - Finance
Central University of Ecuador
Post-Baccaleurate Diploma - Business Administration
New Brunswick Community College
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